Damone

English variation of Damian

Damone Origin and Meaning

The name Damone is a boy's name of Italian origin.

Damone is a masculine name with Italian origins, functioning as a variant of Damon or a diminutive form of Damian. The name Damon comes from Greek meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue,' while Damian derives from the Greek 'Damianos,' meaning 'to tame' or 'to conquer.' The addition of the final 'e' gives Damone a melodic Italian flair. The name gained some recognition in America through Italian-American communities and was further popularized by singer Vic Damone (born Vito Rocco Farinola) in the mid-20th century. Damone carries a smooth, musical quality while maintaining masculine strength, offering a distinctive variation on more common classical names.

Famous People Named Damone

• Damone Johnson American football player
• Damone Lamar Brown American basketball player

The name Damone in Pop Culture

• Damone American rock band